News · 8 June 2026
Women build strength as menopause weakens muscles.

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As women age through menopause, their muscles naturally weaken, making it harder to stay strong, mobile, and independent. This happens because estrogen, a hormone that boosts muscle mass and power, naturally declines when women reach menopause. Dr. Auxillos said for women, midlife is a crucial period to consciously build and keep up strength.
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